Dear BPCWAians, Our ACM is just around the corner on the 16th September. And we will be conducting baptisms, affirmations, and membership transfers on the 14th October. One important document that is referred to for both events is our church Constitution. What is a church Constitution, what purpose does it serve, and why is it so important? It is important that we have a good understanding, because some may have the misconception that the Constitution is a legalistic and unpleasant document to bring up. Some members may not have even bothered to read it. What is a church Constitution? The government requires that associations have a rule book, which in our case is the Constitution. The rules must declare how
Read moreDear BPCWAians, This September, we will begin a new program – Beyond Tracting. You will notice a change in this program from what you are used to in September 30in30. This Pastoral letter will explain the reason, what it is not and what it is intended to be, and the activities involved in this program. Reason for Beyond Tracting. Acts 8:35 reminds us, “Then Philip opened his mouth, and began at the same scripture, and preached unto him Jesus”. Philip pursued after and personally explained the Gospel to the Ethiopian eunuch. Philip asked him questions and answered the Ethiopian’s questions too. And Philip sat down with him and introduced the Lord Jesus to him. Through this personal and intentional pursuit
Read moreDear BPCWAians, Over the past two weeks, I have written about why we need to have a church extension, and the Biblical principle of giving. In giving to God’s work, we are not giving to the church, or to please man, or even merely as a philanthropic community work. And we definitely should not give just to get someone off our back, as some do when they are approached in public for donations to charities. If we have such ideas, we will shrink back from giving to a building fund. We think that the money is ours and someone is trying to get it from us. Those who have such ideas are those who Christ says will “will hold to
Read moreDear BPCWAians, Last week we looked at the reasons for church extension, the approach we took, the potential designs, and the building fund required. So, the need for the work and what we need to do is clear. Now, we need to do our part as worshippers to give to the Lord’s work in BPCWA. This week we shall consider “Why should I give?” Why should I give? Some are willing to give readily, while some will give grudgingly, and there may be some who do not intend to give. In all cases, everyone needs to first understand the Biblical principle of giving so that we give with the right understanding and also become willing to give. 1. Because I
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